Bessemer Academy is committed to providing a quality education for students of average and/or above average intelligence and abilities.
Our goal at Bessemer Academy is to provide academic excellence, social growth, and moral development of our students.
Through a variety of learning activities and experiences, we actively support each student in the quest of fulfilling his/her full potential and individual growth.
At Bessemer Academy, we seek to instill in each student a sense of responsibility, accountability, honesty, integrity, respect of self and others, pride and care of school facilities, and service to school, community and nation.
We seek to instill in each student a sense of high moral standards.
We seek to prepare each student to meet the challenges of today's society and meet the challenges of tomorrow's workplace.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 42 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Victory Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
42 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Victory Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Victory Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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